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Which sentence demonstrates the correct placement of an adjective that follows the word it modifies?
Which sentence demonstrates the correct placement of an adjective that follows the word it modifies?
- The technology is state-of-the-art. (correct)
- The efficiently designed new system was implemented today.
- The aroma fragrant filled the room, creating a cozy atmosphere.
- The building tall overlooks the entire city.
In the context of modifying verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, which of the following does an adverb typically specify?
In the context of modifying verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, which of the following does an adverb typically specify?
- Subject-verb agreement
- Noun characteristics
- Extent, manner, time, or place (correct)
- Pronoun references
Identify the sentence in which the adverb is used correctly to modify the verb.
Identify the sentence in which the adverb is used correctly to modify the verb.
- They performed good in the play.
- She felt badly about the mistake.
- He speaks slowly. (correct)
- He runs quick in the morning.
Which of the following sentences accurately uses an adjective instead of an adverb after a linking verb?
Which of the following sentences accurately uses an adjective instead of an adverb after a linking verb?
Given the rule that 'good' is an adjective, which sentence uses its adverbial equivalent correctly?
Given the rule that 'good' is an adjective, which sentence uses its adverbial equivalent correctly?
In which sentence is 'well' correctly used as an adjective?
In which sentence is 'well' correctly used as an adjective?
When comparing two items, which form of an adjective should be used?
When comparing two items, which form of an adjective should be used?
Choose the sentence that correctly uses the superlative degree of an adjective.
Choose the sentence that correctly uses the superlative degree of an adjective.
Identify the corrected sentence which demonstrates the proper use of the comparative form of an adverb in formal usage.
Identify the corrected sentence which demonstrates the proper use of the comparative form of an adverb in formal usage.
Determine the function of the word 'that' in the sentence: 'That book is very interesting'.
Determine the function of the word 'that' in the sentence: 'That book is very interesting'.
Flashcards
What is an adjective?
What is an adjective?
A word that modifies a noun or pronoun, usually describing it.
What is an adverb?
What is an adverb?
A word that modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
Adverb Formation Rule
Adverb Formation Rule
Many adverbs end in -ly; add -ly to the adjective form to form an adverb.
Adverbs and Linking Verbs
Adverbs and Linking Verbs
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Good vs. Well
Good vs. Well
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When to use 'well' as an adjective?
When to use 'well' as an adjective?
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Positive Degree Adjective
Positive Degree Adjective
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Comparative Adjective
Comparative Adjective
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Superlative Adjective
Superlative Adjective
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Degrees of adverbs
Degrees of adverbs
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Study Notes
- Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns and can precede the word they modify.
- Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, often answering how, when, where, why, or to what extent.
Adverb Formation
- Many adverbs end in "-ly," but not all; if an adjective can have "-ly" added, it's generally correct to form the adverb this way.
- It is an adverb that answers the question "how," but "fast" never has a "-ly" attached to it.
Adverbs and Linking Verbs
- It can be challenging to determine if "-ly" should be attached to adverbs, particularly with linking verbs like "taste," "smell," "look," and "feel."
- "Smell" used as a linking verb requires an adjective to modify "roses," so no "-ly".
- The adverbial form "-ly" is used with the verb "looked" when describing how someone actively uses their eyes.
"Good" vs. "Well"
- "Good" is an adjective, while "well" is its adverb equivalent.
- "Well" can be an adjective, especially when referring to health.
Degrees of Adjectives
- Adjectives have three forms or degrees: positive, comparative, and superlative.
- The comparative and superlative degrees are used for comparison.
- When comparing two things, use the comparative adjective; for three or more, use the superlative.
Degrees of Adverbs
- In formal usage, keep the "-ly" ending on an adverb when using the comparative form.
Pronouns as Adjectives
- When "this," "that," "these," and "those" are followed by a noun, they function as adjectives.
- When they appear without a noun following them, they are pronouns.
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